“I made this collection because I really feel sorry for all those iPhones, the majority of which are ringing the same melody. Summer is coming, you 'll probably be standing outdoor in the middle of a crowd with many iPhones ringing in the air.” (press release: http://bit.ly/KkOJpi )

“If you chase fame you’ll have success for one or two years then someone else will come along and you’re left with a lot of debts. If you learn your craft, then you’ll survive in this business.” (Metro)

Veteran crooner Tony Bennett, 85, passes on a secret of his longevity.

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"There wasn't a niche for electronica within high-net-worth individuals. We were like, 'Let's use our Rolodex and get them in.'” (LA Times: http://lat.ms/LAuYpf )

Michael Satsky of Provocateur explains how he developed ‘VIP packages in the electronica scene’.

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“I’m f**king the love of your life, deal with it.” (Metro)

Hip hop star Drake refuses to make piece with brutal thug Chris Brown (who escaped punishment after viciously battering his then girlfriend Rihanna in 2009); prompting a fight at NY club W.i.P.

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“All Western countries enforce their laws on others when they come to work or visit their countries. For example, they have bans against the niqab, or face veil, and hijab, and this is their right. As a result, the UAE has Arab and Islamic culture and traditions and others should respect them if they like to stay and visit our country.” (Albawaba.com <http://Albawaba.com> : http://bit.ly/LjvBol )

Dubai government official Al Rahoumi announces plans for much stricter dresscodes for tourists and expats in the UAE statelet.